Chen Lin involuntarily swallowed, realizing just how important the Myriad Souls Animating Technique was.
He immediately said solemnly, "Thank you for the warning, Master. I will bury this secret deep in my heart and never mention it to anyone."
The Silver Fairy nodded, then tossed the Xuanwu Shield to Chen Lin. "This sort of turtle-shell defensive treasure doesn't suit me, nor does such an overly cautious approach fit my Dao. Keep it for yourself!"
Chen Lin caught it, finally letting go of his last trace of worry.
But inwardly, he couldn't help grumbling. What was wrong with turtle-shell treasures? What was wrong with being cautious? What was so bad about that approach?
A smile appeared on the Silver Fairy's face as she looked at Chen Lin in satisfaction. "I'll keep this inheritance method. Your willingness to tell me the truth shows you have some respect for your master. All the care I've shown you over the years hasn't gone to waste. It also proves that I, Yun Feiyan, am still a good judge of character. All right, I need to cultivate and restore my body. Go on out. You'll handle the city's affairs for the time being!"
Chen Lin's face darkened. He had been pressed into service again!
Ignoring his expression, the Silver Fairy took a jade slip from her storage bag and tossed it to him. "This is a lightning spell I had someone find for you. It's very powerful, so make time to master it. Now that even monsters this formidable have appeared, I'm afraid the great tribulation truly is unavoidable. Every bit of strength you can gain will count."
"Another warning: don't get complacent just because you blocked that monster's attack. Its true body couldn't cross the boundary between worlds, so it wasn't even displaying a tenth